Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Triumph Trident 800

Last Updated: October 29, 2026

Kawasaki KLX230R S price starts at Rs. 1.79 Lakh, which is Rs. 9.16 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Trident 800, priced at Rs. 10.95 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KLX230R S offers a claimed 14 kmpl, while the Trident 800 delivers 21.27 kmpl. On the performance front, the KLX230R S uses a 233cc engine producing 20 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Trident 800 a 798cc engine producing 115 PS @ 10750 rpm. If you're deciding between the KLX230R S and Trident 800, the KLX230R S is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Trident 800 stands out for mileage and performance.

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KLX230R S vs Trident 800 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KLX230R STriumph Trident 800
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.79 LakhRs. 10.95 Lakh
Mileage 14 kmpl21.27 kmpl
Engine 233 cc798 cc
Max power 20 PS @ 8000 rpm115 PS @ 10750 rpm
Kerb weight 129 Kg198 Kg

KLX230R S vs Trident 800 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KLX230R S (2026)Triumph Trident 800 STD
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Brand Name Kawasaki Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.79 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 10.95 Lakh
Engine Type Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC Liquid-cooled, inline 3-cylinder, 12 valve, DOHC
Max Power 20 PS @ 8000 rpm 115 PS @ 10750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KLX230R S Colors
Triumph Trident 800 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,157 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 11,700 KLX230R S Insurance Not Available
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
77 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC
Liquid-cooled, inline 3-cylinder, 12 valve, DOHC
Engine Displacement
233 cc
798 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
20 PS @ 8000 rpm
115 PS @ 10750 rpm
Max Torque
20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
84 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Bore
67 mm
78 mm
Stroke
66 mm
55.7 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
3
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
Not Available
Compression Ratio
9.4:1
13.2:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
14 kmpl
21.27 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Travel / Wheel Travel
223 mm
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Fork
Showa 41 mm Upside-down BP-SFF forks, compression and rebound damping, Wheel travel - 120 mm
Suspension-Rear
Uni-Trak with spring preload adjustability
Showa monoshock RSU, with adjustable preload and rebound damping, Wheel travel - 130 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
26 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
26 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
33 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-2.75-21 Rear :-4.10-18
Front :-120/70-17, Rear :-180/55-17
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm, Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
900 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
2050*830*1180 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1370 mm
1402 mm
Length
2050 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
270 mm
Not Available
Height
1180 mm
1088 mm
Width
830 mm
815 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
7.5 L
14 L
Kerb Weight
129 Kg
198 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
LED
Front Brake Size
290 mm
310 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
Not Available

Frame Type
Perimeter, high-tensile steel
Tubular steel perimeter frame
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • At 129kg (kerb) the bike is quite light
  • Rider-friendly engine performance
  • The ground clearance quite high at 270mm
Kawasaki KLX230R S
  • Gets the same suspension setup as the 2026 KLX230 with less wheel travel
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Kawasaki KLX230R S Vs Triumph Trident 800 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Triumph Trident 800?
The Kawasaki KLX230R S is cheaper than Triumph Trident 800 by ₹9.16 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki KLX230R S vs Triumph Trident 800?
For the (2026) version, 233 cc Petrol engine of KLX230R S produces 20 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 20.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 798 cc Petrol engine of Trident 800 produces 115 PS @ 10750 rpm of power and 84 Nm @ 8500 rpm of torque

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